Play Conquest of the Crystal Palace Online

Conquest of the Crystal Palace is one of those NES gems that starts with a classic setup—evil war spirit Zaras wrecks everything, and of course, it's up to you (playing as Farron) to fix it. The palace isn't just a straight path—it's a maze of platforms and enemies that scrolls in all directions, which keeps things interesting when you're dodging attacks. You start with a basic sword, but you'll find better weapons or buy them from Kim's shops (if you've got the cash). My favorite part? Calling in your dog Zap when things get messy—he'll bounce around biting enemies, which is as chaotic and helpful as it sounds. Boss fights at the end of each stage are no joke, though. Stock up on extra lives if you can.